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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

NYU's latest comedy group wear sports clothes.

NYU Athletes — the Funniest Comedy Troupe You’ve Never Heard Of

Aud Del Rey, Chairman of the Hooligans April 1, 2016
NYU's latest comedy troupe dresses in sports gear, uses sports equipment and plays sports.
Lucas Hnath’s “Red Speedo” is currently playing at the New York Theater Workshop.

Swimming in Scandal and a ‘Red Speedo’

Nikolas Reda-Castelao, Staff Writer March 28, 2016

A 25-meter long, chlorine-scented pool dominates the stage of the New York Theater Workshop, currently staging Lucas Hnath’s “Red Speedo.” It is the tantamount center of...

The Sports Kid Column: Valar March-ghulis, All Brackets Must Die

The Sports Kid Column: Valar March-ghulis, All Brackets Must Die

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor March 25, 2016
The Sports Kid breaks down what you think you know about parity when it comes to March Madness.
The Sports Kid Oscars: If You Film It, They Will Watch

The Sports Kid Oscars: If You Film It, They Will Watch

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor March 4, 2016
In honor of the Oscars last weekend, The Sports Kid gives his definite Sports Oscars Awards. Hint: there's a heavy baseball bias.
The Sports Kid Column: Millennials Are Ruining the NBA

The Sports Kid Column: Millennials Are Ruining the NBA

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor February 19, 2016
Don't you hate it when millennials go and ruin all that is good in life?
The Sports Kid Column: Cam Newton

The Sports Kid Column: Cam Newton

Bobby Wagner, Managing Editor January 29, 2016
Resident sports guru Bobby Wagner gives his take on Super Bowl 50 and the microcosm of sports.
Wrestling avenges 2014 Hunter loss

Wrestling avenges 2014 Hunter loss

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor December 7, 2015
NYU's wrestling team was in action on Friday against Hunter College.
NYU students participate in a pickup basketball game at Coles Athletic Center.

Athletics for the hell of it

Bobby Wagner, Sports Editor November 30, 2015
With finals around the corner, students at NYU look to sports and recreation to manage their stress.
As seen in this 1900s postcard, playing football has always been a common tradition for American families on Thanksgiving break.

Sports and Thanksgiving: The ongoing tradition

Kyle Ryan, Contributing Writer November 30, 2015
This year, families around the country continued the long Thanksgiving tradition of appreciating sports. But why do we do it in the first place?
The Mets’ success in getting to the World Series has lead to an increase in the purchase of Mets merchandise, but fans should wear gear because they support the team, not because they have jumped on the bandwagon.

Support the team you love, not the one that’s winning

Ashley Arnold, Staff Writer November 6, 2015
In sports, the playoffs go hand in hand with an increase in apparel sales. Why are we so interested the latest items for our favorite teams?
Runners looking determined in the TCS New York City Marathon on the 1st of November, 2015.

Marathon runners take NYC

Justine Morris, Deputy News Editor November 2, 2015
The New York City marathon happened over the weekend.
With their recent success in the World Series, many fans have been rallying behind the Toronto Blue Jays.

Pros and cons of jumping on to the sports bandwagon

Rachel Ruecker, Staff Writer October 22, 2015
In the world of sports, bandwagoning is inevitable. But is it ever justified?